a "polypill" for EVERYONE over 55
August 2003
Some researchers now propose a "polypill" for EVERYONE over 55. It would contain a statin, ASA, folic acid, and low doses of anti-hypertensives...a beta-blocker...ACE inhibitor...and diuretic.
It would reduce LDL cholesterol...platelet function... homocysteine...and blood pressure.
It's theorized that this polypill could reduce cardiovascular disease by over 80%...and prevent heart attacks and strokes in one-third of people over 55.
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